Soy Ginger Pork Patties with Roasted Broccoli Salad and Chili Peanut Dressing

These savory pork patties are infused with fresh ginger and soy sauce, then pan-seared until golden and juicy. They’re served atop a vibrant salad of roasted broccoli, mixed greens, shredded carrots and crunchy peanuts, all tossed in a spicy-sweet chili peanut dressing. A final drizzle of dressing and sliced scallions tie it all together for a satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor and texture.

This recipe comes together quickly, making it perfect for a busy weeknight. The combination of umami-rich pork, charred broccoli and zesty dressing will have everyone asking for seconds. Best of all, it uses simple, wholesome ingredients that you can find at any grocery store.

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Ingredients

2 ounce Shredded CarrotsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 ounce Sweet Thai Chili SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

8 ounce BroccoliView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Soy SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2.5 teaspoon White Wine VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 tablespoon Sesame OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Peanut ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Mixed GreensView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 thumb GingerView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 ounce PeanutsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut broccoli into small florets. Toss with 2 teaspoons cooking oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
2. While broccoli roasts, make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, sweet Thai chili sauce, soy sauce (reserve 1 tablespoon for patties), white wine vinegar, sesame oil, sugar and 2 tablespoons water until smooth. Set aside.
3. Prepare the pork patties: Peel and grate the ginger. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating white and green parts. In a medium bowl, combine ground pork, grated ginger, scallion whites, garlic powder, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, salt and pepper. Mix gently and shape into 4 equal patties.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
5. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, roasted broccoli, shredded carrots and peanuts. Add half the dressing and toss to coat.
6. Divide salad among plates. Top with pork patties. Drizzle remaining dressing over patties and garnish with scallion greens. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of pork?

Yes, ground chicken or turkey works well as a substitute. Just be sure to cook to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

You can prepare the dressing and patties up to a day in advance. Store them separately in the fridge. Roast the broccoli and assemble just before serving for best texture.

What can I use instead of peanuts?

If you have a peanut allergy, try using sunflower seeds or omit the nuts entirely. For the dressing, you can substitute sunflower seed butter or tahini.